Occupational Therapist Assistant COTA Part Time

Position Overview

As an Aveanna Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) you will utilize your clinical expertise to provide skilled education, treatment, and interventions as directed by the Physician in the home health plan of care. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, receiving and providing pertinent updates to optimize patient well-being.

Part Time Visits needed for Chilton or Shelby Counties

Essential Job Functions:

•  Provides direct occupational therapy according to directions of occupational therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.
• Communicates with and regularly updates the patient and/or caregiver regarding the plan of care.
• Provides skilled therapy services, treatments and procedures as appropriate for the patient’s care and safety.
• Reports observations of the patient’s condition to the designated supervisor(s), and/or the patient’s physician, as appropriate.
• Treats clients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to maintain maximum performance.
• Provides skilled teaching to the patients, family members, and caregivers regarding the safe use of assistive devices and durable medical equipment.
• Educates patients and caregivers in carry over regarding issues concerning rehabilitation and adaptation techniques needed for recovery.
• Collaborates with other service disciplines to discuss the patient plan of care.

Why Join Our Team?

• Our clinical team is a family of clinicians who work together to meet the needs of each patient

• From Social Media spotlights on employees, to bonuses, contests, promotions, etc. – Aveanna boasts an environment that appreciates and rewards its’ staff.

• Nationwide career opportunities where our leaders encourage advancements
• Our clinicians enjoy the flexibility of getting to build rapport with patients to produce the best clinical outcomes
• We know that our clinicians make or break the organization’s success
• We work with new grads that want to make a difference in patient lives

Requirements:

• Graduation from an Occupational Therapist Assistant program from an accredited university/program.
• Current, unrestricted state license as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in the state of practice
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with policies and procedures

Preferred:

• Strong organization and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Proven relationship-builder
• Experience in Home Health Therapy and completion of OASIS documentation

Comprehensive Benefits (Full-time positions)

Aveanna offers benefits designed to support you inside and outside of work, including:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance for your fur babies
• 401(k) with Company match
• Vacation time, Sick time, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and tuition discounts
• Free continuing education units (CEUs) for nurses
• Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Our Mission

Our mission is to revolutionize the way homecare is delivered, one patient at a time. We are committed to innovation, clinical excellence, and compassionate care—because outcomes improve when care is personal. Join the revolution and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.